Accounting Specialist – Cash Applications

Job Description

Accounting Specialist | Offit Kurman

The Tone:
This is a specialist role at Offit Kurman, an AmLaw 200 law firm based in Columbia, MD. The firm focuses on delivering comprehensive legal services across various practice areas. This position is vital to the Finance & Accounting team, playing a key role in supporting daily financial operations and ensuring the accuracy of the firm’s accounting records. The Accounting Specialist will be instrumental in maintaining financial integrity and providing essential support to both internal and external stakeholders.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Hybrid, Columbia, MD (requires West Coast support hours)

• Team: Finance & Accounting team
• Mission: Ensure the integrity of daily accounting operations, managing cash receipts, trust accounting, and financial inquiries across the firm.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, Aderant (preferred), accounting systems, ERP systems, client-management systems

What You’ll Actually Do
• Record incoming funds by accurately posting daily cash receipts and supporting trust account entries.
• Manage firm liquidity through the processing and support of check deposits across various accounts.
• Address financial queries by monitoring and responding to inquiries via the Finance & Accounting inbox.
• Support financial closing activities by assisting with monthly billing, account reconciliations, and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain client account integrity by accurately applying payments and supporting accounts receivable and trust accounting.

The Must-Haves
• Background: A foundational understanding of accounting principles, suitable for an early career specialist supporting financial operations.
• Experience: Proven experience with cash applications, cash receipts, or related accounting functions. Familiarity with accounting, ERP, or client-management systems is required.
• Skills:
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and a commitment to accuracy.
• Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask questions and seek clarification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively independently.
• Bonus:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Prior experience within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Direct experience with Aderant software.